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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Savannah. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Coastal Children’s Advocacy Center is hosting its third annual Stand Up. Speak Out. child abuse awareness conference today at 8:00 a.m. at the Armstrong Center on Abercorn—presentations, group discussions and a call to action will help residents learn how to speak out against abuse. WSAV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A candlelight vigil in Savannah honored 131 domestic violence victims—bringing community members together to remember those lost and urge steps to prevent future abuse. WTOC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The SCAD Savannah Film Festival announced honorees with Mark Hamill set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award and Oscar Isaac earning the Icon Award—Dylan O’Brien and Zoey Deutch will receive the Lumiere and Breakthrough Performance Awards while tickets go on sale today; the festival runs from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. WTOC 11
- ➤ Nicholas Sparks will launch his 25th novel 'Remain' in Savannah as part of the Savannah Book Festival on Oct. 14 at Trustees Theater at 6 p.m. He will discuss the supernatural love story he created with director M. Night Shyamalan—revealing the creative process behind the novel. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Savannah residents can join the third annual Bonaventure Speaks event to tour Bonaventure Cemetery on Oct. 4 and Oct. 25. The tours begin at 6:00 p.m. at the old keeper’s cottage with tickets priced at $65 per person—flashlights will be available on a first-come basis. WSAV
- ➤ The Grey in Savannah was named on TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Restaurants list in the One of a Kind category with a rating of 4.2 from 1,328 reviews. Opened in 2014 in a repurposed Greyhound Bus terminal on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, the restaurant run by Chef Mashama Bailey serves regional produce, meats, and seafood—showcasing a unique dining experience. WJCL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Savannah recorded only 0.68 inches of rain in September — its 7th driest month on record — while moderate drought affects Vidalia, Jesup and Sylvania and severe drought touches parts of Pierce County near Alma; relief is coming with a few showers this weekend and more rain next week. WJCL
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Although the federal government shutdown began October 1, banks in Georgia remain open + ATMs, mobile apps and online services are available while FDIC insurance protects deposits up to $250,000 per account. Savannah Morning News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sixth District Alderman Kurtis Purtee will soon hold a town hall meeting at Windsor Forest High School Auditorium to update residents on the Community Center at Windsor Forest. The meeting is set for Oct. 8 from 6—7 p.m. and follows city plans from April to turn Woody’s Skate Park into a public space. WTOC 11
- ➤ GDOT hosted a forum to talk about plans to widen I-16 from I-95 to State Route 67 over a 32.5 mile stretch + the state will pay $511 million for the project to make travel easier as local counties grow; construction will start in 2027 and the work will add a third lane in each direction. WTOC 11
- ➤ Georgia gubernatorial candidate Geoff Duncan visited Savannah on Wednesday to hold a healthcare discussion at Silk Route Restaurant and Lounge with local nurse practitioners—he proposed expanding Medicaid and doubling the Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit using funds from the rainy day fund to address the healthcare crisis. Savannah Morning News
- ➤ Effingham County officials plan to leave the Live Oak Public Library system to save nearly half a million dollars in administrative costs and to gain more local control—residents worry about funding, censorship, and job protections. The board will meet on October 7th to vote on the move and will complete the change by the end of June if approved. WSAV
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Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine
Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.
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Wellness Day @ Tanger Outlets: Sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine
Join us for Wellness Day at Tanger Outlets in Pooler, sponsored by Savannah Age Management Medicine, in celebration of health, community, and breast cancer awareness. Begin your morning with yoga on the green, enjoy active demonstrations, and explore a showcase of local wellness vendors and healthcare providers, all promoting healthy living and preventative care.
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Flute Wine Festival
3-9 p.m. — Forsyth Park Playground — Varied ticket pricing — Indulge in exquisite wines and enjoy live music in a scenic outdoor setting.
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Bridal Hairstyling Masterclass
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mane Focus Hair Salon — Pricing varies — Master the art of bridal hairstyling with hands-on instruction and product insights.
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Live Music Night with Amy Brown
9-11 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — Ticket price info not provided — Enjoy an evening of captivating performances by Emily Holden, Andrea Marie, and headliner Amy Brown.
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74th Annual Savannah Greek Festival
11 AM-9 PM — Savannah Greek Festival — Cost varies — Experience three days of delicious homemade Greek food, music, and dancing.
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The Po' Ramblin' Boys Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Live at Plant Riverside District — $25 — Experience authentic music that cuts through the noise of modern life.
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Adoption Event at Petco
1-3 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes and learn how you can make a difference.
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Savannah Tribute to Jimmy Buffett
7:30-9 p.m. — Victory North Savannah — $ — Celebrate the return of cheeseburgers and beach vibes with a night of live music and tropical fun.
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Humane Society Fall Fair
12-4 p.m. — Humane Society for Greater Savannah — Free entry — Celebrate fall with a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and adoption specials for pets.
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Kevin Gates Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Enmarket Arena — Tickets from $64 — Catch the energetic performance of Kevin Gates in Savannah, GA.
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